Latest news with #ApitureDigitalBankingPlatform
Business Wire
3 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
Apiture Introduces Fintech Connector to Accelerate Innovation for Community Banks and Credit Unions
WILMINGTON, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Apiture, a leading provider of digital banking solutions, today announced the launch of Fintech Connector, enabling fintech partners to rapidly integrate their solutions with the Apiture Digital Banking Platform, without the need for custom integrations. In today's dynamic banking landscape, financial institutions are looking to harness fintech innovation to meet the evolving expectations of their account holders. With Fintech Connector, fintech partners can integrate directly with the Apiture Consumer Banking and Business Banking solutions, enabling Apiture clients to select and deploy new services that align with the needs of their account holders and their institution's strategy. Likewise, Fintech Connector empowers financial institutions to deploy features they have built in-house directly into the Apiture Digital Banking Platform. Fintechs taking advantage of Fintech Connector benefit from rapid deployment through a single integration point as well as exposure to hundreds of Apiture community bank and credit union clients. The first partner to integrate with the Apiture platform through Fintech Connector is InvestiFi, a digital investing provider that enables account holders to buy and sell investments directly from their checking accounts. The fintech eliminates the need to move money to external parties to invest, helping banks and credit unions keep deposits within their institutions. Apiture clients can now access InvestiFi directly from Fintech Connector. 'InvestiFi couldn't be more excited to be the first fintech integrated to Apiture through its new Fintech Connector program,' said InvestiFi CEO Kian Sarreshteh. 'With InvestiFi's patent pending Investing from Checking solution now integrated into Apiture's online and mobile banking solutions, Apiture's extensive ecosystem of banks and credit unions can drive new streams of non-interest income, deposit growth, and digital engagement. It's been inspiring watching our teams collaborate to get an innovative product to market, and we are thrilled to have Apiture as a strategic partner for InvestiFi.' 'At Apiture, we pride ourselves on our ability to quickly deliver meaningful innovation to our clients,' said Apiture Chief Operating Officer Chris Cox. 'Fintech Connector complements our ongoing development efforts, providing a new way for banks and credit unions to tailor the digital banking experience to meet the needs of their communities. We are excited to offer this integration option that benefits both fintechs and financial institutions alike.' Apiture's Fintech Connector is now live and open to new fintech partnerships. About Apiture Apiture delivers award-winning digital banking solutions to banks and credit unions throughout the U.S. Our flexible, highly configurable solutions meet a wide range of financial institutions' needs, from leveling the playing field with larger institutions to supporting growth through innovative data intelligence and embedded banking strategies. With our API-first approach, our clients can maximize the capabilities of their platform while preserving a seamless user experience. Our exclusive focus on digital banking, and a team with hundreds of years of collective experience working at U.S. financial institutions, means we are dedicated to meeting the unique needs of our clients while providing a level of support that is unmatched in the industry. Apiture is headquartered in Wilmington, North Carolina. To learn more, visit About InvestiFi InvestiFi, Inc. is the only InvestTech Platform designed to allow for trading to and from deposit accounts, enabling credit unions and community banks to retain more assets and attract new account holders. Through its exclusive funds flow and user-friendly interface, InvestiFi empowers every credit union and community bank to provide their account holders with the ability to navigate the complexities of financial markets with ease from within their current online banking experience. At the heart of InvestiFi's mission is the goal of democratizing investing and supporting community financial institutions, ensuring that wealth-building opportunities are accessible to everyone.
Business Wire
22-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Apiture Named Functionality Standout in 2025 XCelent Awards
WILMINGTON, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Apiture, a leading provider of digital banking solutions, announced it has been recognized by research and advisory firm Celent in its 2025 XCelent Awards for digital banking vendors serving North American community financial institutions. Apiture received an XCelent award for 'Breadth of Functionality' for small business digital banking platforms and earned a 'Functionality Standout' designation for both small business and retail digital banking. Calling Apiture 'one of the most client-driven providers' in the community financial institution marketplace, Celent recognized the Apiture Digital Banking Platform for its intuitive UI, superior user analytics, and proven customer-driven roadmap for both retail and business banking. Also underscored was Apiture's unique Data Intelligence solution, which supports financial institutions' advertising and marketing efforts, helping them deliver a highly personalized banking experience powered by AI. Highlighting the platform's support for small businesses, Celent called Apiture 'outstanding in not only functionality but also data analytics and workflow tools.' The platform's real-time payments messaging feature, intentional focus on financial wellness, and ability to make digital banking simple for small businesses were highlighted as strengths, earning Apiture a near-perfect score in business banking-specific functionality. 'Apiture stands out for powering digital engagement innovations at community FIs, enabling them to outcompete larger FIs that are not advancing as fast,' said Alenka Grealish, Principal Analyst at Celent. 'We are honored to be recognized by Celent in this year's XCelent Awards,' said Chris Babcock, CEO of Apiture. 'This acknowledgement reflects the dedication of our team and underscores Apiture's commitment to delivering innovative, feature-rich digital banking solutions that help our clients meet the evolving needs of their account holders—both consumers and businesses.' To download the Retail Digital Banking Platforms report, click here. To download the Small Business Digital Banking Platform report, click here. About Apiture Apiture delivers award-winning digital banking solutions to banks and credit unions throughout the U.S. Our flexible, highly configurable solutions meet a wide range of financial institutions' needs, from leveling the playing field with larger institutions to supporting growth through innovative data intelligence and embedded banking strategies. With our API-first approach, our clients can maximize the capabilities of their platform while preserving a seamless user experience. Our exclusive focus on digital banking, and a team with hundreds of years of collective experience working at U.S. financial institutions, means we are dedicated to meeting the unique needs of our clients while providing a level of support that is unmatched in the industry. Apiture is headquartered in Wilmington, North Carolina, with offices in Austin, Texas. To learn more, visit
Associated Press
15-05-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Apiture Innovator Award Winners Announced at Apiture Accelerate 2025 Conference
WILMINGTON, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 15, 2025-- Apiture, a leading provider of digital banking solutions, today announced the 2025 'Apiture Innovators' at its annual client conference, Apiture Accelerate, which took place this week in New Orleans. The event brought together industry leaders and experts from banks and credit unions from across the country. Now in its third year, the annual awards program recognizes financial institutions demonstrating new and innovative uses of the Apiture Digital Banking Platform. This year's winners include: 'We are proud to celebrate this year's Innovator Award winners for their unique contributions to digital banking innovation and their drive to meet the evolving needs of their account holders,' said Chris Babcock, CEO of Apiture. 'As financial institutions continue to focus on delivering elevated experiences to today's consumers and businesses, we remain committed to empowering their success.' About Apiture Apiture delivers award-winning digital banking solutions to banks and credit unions throughout the U.S. Our flexible, highly configurable solutions meet a wide range of financial institutions' needs, from leveling the playing field with larger institutions to supporting growth through innovative data intelligence and embedded banking strategies. With our API-first approach, our clients can maximize the capabilities of their platform while preserving a seamless user experience. Our exclusive focus on digital banking, and a team with hundreds of years of collective experience working at U.S. financial institutions, means we are dedicated to meeting the unique needs of our clients while providing a level of support that is unmatched in the industry. Apiture is headquartered in Wilmington, North Carolina, with offices in Austin, Texas. To learn more, visit View source version on CONTACT: MEDIA CONTACTS: Derek Howard For Apiture 678-781-7215 [email protected] Mitcham For Apiture 678-781-7207 [email protected] KEYWORD: UNITED STATES NORTH AMERICA OKLAHOMA MINNESOTA NORTH CAROLINA ALABAMA FLORIDA LOUISIANA INDUSTRY KEYWORD: SECURITY OTHER PROFESSIONAL SERVICES DATA MANAGEMENT TECHNOLOGY PUBLIC RELATIONS/INVESTOR RELATIONS FINANCE CONSULTING FINTECH BANKING COMMUNICATIONS APPS/APPLICATIONS ACCOUNTING PROFESSIONAL SERVICES PAYMENTS SOFTWARE SOURCE: Apiture Copyright Business Wire 2025. PUB: 05/15/2025 08:07 AM/DISC: 05/15/2025 08:06 AM
Business Wire
15-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Apiture Innovator Award Winners Announced at Apiture Accelerate 2025 Conference
WILMINGTON, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Apiture, a leading provider of digital banking solutions, today announced the 2025 'Apiture Innovators' at its annual client conference, Apiture Accelerate, which took place this week in New Orleans. The event brought together industry leaders and experts from banks and credit unions from across the country. Now in its third year, the annual awards program recognizes financial institutions demonstrating new and innovative uses of the Apiture Digital Banking Platform. This year's winners include: $1.9B Alabama Credit Union, serving communities across Alabama and northern Florida, is leveraging the Apiture Consumer Banking and Business Banking solutions to support its members. Understanding that many of its members are also business owners, the credit union offers fully featured online and mobile banking solutions that seamlessly integrate business and personal accounts, providing convenience and continuity across all banking channels. $1.3B North American Banking Company was founded in 1998 in the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul but has established a national footprint in the high volume and specialty payments space. In keeping with its focus on payments innovation, the bank is expanding its services to include real-time payments for both consumers and businesses. This financial institution will be the first Apiture client to enable customers to send and receive real-time payments in the Apiture Consumer Banking and Business Banking solutions through both the Federal Reserve's FedNow Service and RTP® from The Clearing House. $800M Quail Creek Bank has operated as a full-service community bank in Oklahoma City for more than 50 years. Leveraging Check and ACH Positive Pay, tools traditionally used by business clients, the institution is safeguarding high-net-worth consumers from fraud, providing additional peace of mind to this important customer segment. 'We are proud to celebrate this year's Innovator Award winners for their unique contributions to digital banking innovation and their drive to meet the evolving needs of their account holders,' said Chris Babcock, CEO of Apiture. 'As financial institutions continue to focus on delivering elevated experiences to today's consumers and businesses, we remain committed to empowering their success.' About Apiture Apiture delivers award-winning digital banking solutions to banks and credit unions throughout the U.S. Our flexible, highly configurable solutions meet a wide range of financial institutions' needs, from leveling the playing field with larger institutions to supporting growth through innovative data intelligence and embedded banking strategies. With our API-first approach, our clients can maximize the capabilities of their platform while preserving a seamless user experience. Our exclusive focus on digital banking, and a team with hundreds of years of collective experience working at U.S. financial institutions, means we are dedicated to meeting the unique needs of our clients while providing a level of support that is unmatched in the industry. Apiture is headquartered in Wilmington, North Carolina, with offices in Austin, Texas. To learn more, visit
Business Wire
24-04-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Citizens State Bank Selects Apiture to Deliver Enhanced Digital and Mobile Banking Experience
WILMINGTON, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Apiture, a leading provider of digital banking solutions, today announced that Ouray, Colo.-based Citizens State Bank (CSB), a trusted, locally owned community bank, has selected the Apiture Digital Banking Platform to power digital banking for both its consumer and business customers. Founded in 1913, CSB remains dedicated to fostering economic growth in the Colorado communities it serves, staying true to its motto of 'Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow.' While the bank honors its legacy, it continues to innovate for the future. With a rising number of business accounts, the bank identified a need to expand self-service capabilities while delivering a more seamless and feature-rich digital banking experience for all customers. By implementing the Apiture Consumer Banking, Business Banking, and Data Intelligence solutions, CSB will introduce enhanced business banking tools, including streamlined cash management and expanded payment capabilities, allowing customers to manage their finances anytime, anywhere. Additionally, the Apiture Digital Account Opening solution will enable both businesses and consumers to open and fund new accounts digitally without the need to visit a branch. This investment aligns with CSB's vision for the future of community banking, ensuring it always acts in the long-term best interests of its customers, community, employees, and the institution. By leveraging this new digital banking platform, CSB is making a strategic investment in strengthening its business relationships and equipping its customers with the tools they need to succeed. 'At Citizens State Bank, we are committed to supporting our community's economic success by keeping deposits local and investing in the growth of our neighbors,' said Alexander Price, President and CEO of Citizens State Bank. 'Partnering with Apiture allows us to extend this mission beyond our branches, providing customers with secure, intuitive digital banking services that make it easier than ever to bank on their terms, whether in-person or digitally. This development will allow us to invest in our business relationships while providing a more integrated and holistic approach to managing financial well-being.' 'We are excited to welcome Citizens State Bank, a trusted financial partner that has served its local communities for over a century,' said Chris Cox, COO of Apiture. 'Our award-winning platform will empower CSB's customers with an intuitive and flexible digital banking experience, ensuring both consumers and businesses have the tools they need to manage their finances how, when, and where they choose. Apiture will also allow CSB to provide a best-in-class technology experience, ensuring its customers have access to innovative, user-friendly digital banking solutions that evolve with their needs.' CSB's new digital banking enhancements are expected to initially launch later this spring. For more information, visit About Apiture Apiture delivers award-winning digital banking solutions to banks and credit unions throughout the U.S. Our flexible, highly configurable solutions meet a wide range of financial institutions' needs, from leveling the playing field with larger institutions to supporting growth through innovative data intelligence and embedded banking strategies. With our API-first approach, our clients can maximize the capabilities of their platform while preserving a seamless user experience. Our exclusive focus on digital banking, and a team with hundreds of years of collective experience working at U.S. financial institutions, means we are dedicated to meeting the unique needs of our clients while providing a level of support that is unmatched in the industry. Apiture is headquartered in Wilmington, North Carolina, with offices in Austin, Texas. To learn more, visit
